Tristan certainly hadn't expected this! I don't think anyone around them did, I'm excited to see how the others react to him being a Guadian.

I have expected this, he has a pure heart then more oft the must people/animals/furry her. Most thiefs are better people/animals/furry then the must in thies sort of era/time,...

I said around them, though. Not us lol

Just calling them "people" is enough.

Thanks I wasn't sure what now correct is.

Dunno where you got the idea that they're called anything else. Whatever the source, that's the exception not the norm.

Tristan has that expression that really says "Say what now?"

Just as either probably everyone else has ooor shit just really hit the fan.

my thoughts exactly..

I'm not sure that the population will jump for joy to learn that a thief has been chosen in turn to be a knight given the previous reactions

Poor Tristan

Don't hold yer breath...(Dissing them, not U).

Luna: ^_^
Tristan: OAO

I do find myself somewhat in disbelief that Luna is saying this, cause it is clear had things gone a different way, Tristan may very well have been a model guardian to set an example for others. But at the same time, she only left him with sweet words, and expected him to make a complete 180, with was incredibly naive on her part.

Looking at things now, like Nigel, she is in someway's effectively choosing for him, or has been forced to set him on a, let's say, better path, cause he's unable to do it himself. Really interested to see how he develops over time.

Also I'm I the only who thinks that the crowd in attendance, are looking at these guys like their fresh meat for the chaos, and once their gone the real knights will be chosen? Cause from the way they've been reacting so far, it's like they're looking at the one's Luna chose as chaos fodder.

The crowd seems to be more of the opinion that Luna has gone of the deep end and that this whole knight ceremony is a sham to promote those close to her without any real merit behind it. And from their standpoint that makes alot of sense because these new "knights" are nothing like what Luna just proclaimed a knight should be. Hell in some cases its questionable that these guys have what it takes to even become a guardian. At this point its no surprise that they are loosing their faith in the gods.

It's obvious that she thinks that they have a chance to succeed the way they are now.
But think about it, if Tristan and Nigel had changed by themselves, even after her little nudge, how much stronger they could have been.
It's like liposuction it solves a problem, but if someone manages to loose weight without it, they will be stronger for it. Not just physically, but mentally as well and it can be the better solution in the long run.

But they didn't, so she applies more force to them, if they want it or not.
And I'm guessing here, but there probably wasn't a guarantee they would succeed even at their full potential.

Not exactly naive, but acting as a god should. People should have freedom, I think she believes. She hopes they will make good choices, but she doesn't force them to and won't punish them if they don't. Not unless it becomes absolutely necessary.

This is likely why injustice exists in their society, when she might have the power to simply end it with an edict. Is that immoral of her? To be able to end suffering, but choosing not to? Does she hope the people will be able to take charge of their own destiny and forge a just and kind world?

I think too many in the (real life) audience wish she were a tyrant goddess, who rules with an iron fist... a nightmare scenario where Luna demands fanatic zeal and rules over every aspect of life. No choice, no free will, left to her children.

People more seeing 'You done half a job, but have a full smile.' Luna tries like with both Tristan and Nigil but her efforts seem half assed for full effect she was hoping for in the end.

And we see the turn the around when she saw them both Nigil still angry, and Tristan in jail.

this story is so wholesome and wonderful. I'm really looking forward to how it plays out.

Poor guy is gonna have a heart attack right here and now induced by sheer anxiety....

Yep. The Tree is obviously trolling everyone now.

*cricket chirp*

The people are going to be more confused/angry with her choice.

Geez who's gonna be angrier? the crowd or the snobby critics?

You're gonna do great, sweetie!

I bet there will be an outcry again from the people, but If they have such problems with those new knights, maybe Luna should make some of them knights as well, going face chaos and certain death in battle instead, let those "kids" stay at home

The boy gets recognition!!

well can easly say the rich people will complain about it BUT the poor folk will cheer cause far as poor was concerned he was protecting those that needed protecting or helping those that needed it

For some reason this reminds me of Raiden choosing fighters for Mortal Kombat. lol.

When a Thief can become a Knight, you know the TreeMom is an imposter!

Bilbo Baggins wasn't a burglar by trade and by his own words, "Adventures just make one late for dinner." However, Bilbo proved to be more capable than a simple Hobbit. Tristan has made mistakes and fell in with the wrong crowd. He was abused and manipulated. Tristan is a good person that cares about other people. Feels guilt for his crimes. He may surprise himself with how much courage he possesses. Besides a good thief is an asset for any adventuring group.

Brilliant analogy! I was thinking the same thing when I saw his reaction in last panel.

Indeed, a rouge always helps a good party. Lets just hope that nobody hurts the chickens, less tristan become an angry chickenmancer using cuckoo storm too.

To clarify slightly. A rogue with good intentions helps a good party.

If I base the original statement on it sown merits I can point to several people ive had in D&D and tabletop games that played a rogue and had a more... chaotic or questionable disposition while with a good party, and those actions more often than not hindered and hurt the party more than helped.

This is a good point, but given Tristan's demeanor i think its safe to say hes not the "that guy" rogue. If he was i would be posting never split the party https://youtu.be/waa2ucfgVgQ and reminding everyone the golden rule about rogues.

Well, Tristan surely didnt see that coming.

And let me guess, the people complain again? Of course they will...

I think the people reaction in next page would be... Interesting!

Cue the riots.

Every team needs their rogue XD

Wouldn’t that be Nigel?

I consider Nigel a fallen paladin.

"Look, we tried badasses, we tried noble heroes. We failed.

This time we're going with 'a bunch of losers with obvious main character energy'. I'm told that has a pretty high success rate."

Just ask the Guardians of the Galaxy.

I wonder how Leo is gonna take this. He's already forced to work with a duo he can't stand, his head must be ready to pop having to work with a thief.

You should wait until Nigel gets the promotion, then Leo has something to rage about.

Cue: dramatic record scratch...

I’m having a huge crush on Luna! I want her as a Plushie! Hey Viktria, can you go to makeship and make her as a plushie please?

So Luna was not bound by some honor codex of "free will for mortals" but was just hoping everyone would make the right live decisions by them self and after they did not make it the way she was hoping for NOW she start making decisions for them?
Can't wait for Nigels turn, this will be soooo good :D

Tristan: You're sending me to the army!?

Everyone in the crowd at this point: "Yep, she completely lost her mind. We need a new God".

Tristan: I want to do good by people!

Luna: say no more!

Tristan: WAIT NOT LIKE THAT

The trifecta of greatness is complete. Be born great, work towards greatness, have greatness shoved upon you

Erf...they had nothing but, ugly things to say about her first three choice. They're going to not just question but, short of rebel against her for this...

So imagine what they’re going to do when she brings out Nigel who’s renounced his faith in her?

Considering how Tristan's life has been up to this point, I'm more than fine with Luna deciding for him on this occasion regarding which path he should take, even if it means he's going to have to face adversity unlike any he's encountered before. Having said that, I'm very curious on what the crowd's reaction is going to be, as well as that of the new Knights, which is not going to be positive, for the most part.

Tristan is probably the only candidate that actually deserves it as he is now, rather than needing to grow into it after maturing and getting their act together like all the others are going to have to do.

But he has no self esteem and has never been able to stand up for himself. So that’s gonna be what he needs to grow into becoming a true knight.

At least least he's not outright unlikable in his current state of mind, which is more than the others can say, lol

Comment section cheering for our pure boy! 💖💖👏🏽👏🏽

Tristan! Let's goooo

I think i see what she is doing here, but I know everyone is going to flip out cause knee jerking reaction.

"You're letting a thief, a lug head, a quack doctor, and a arrogent warrior become the new guardians!? what leaves have you been smoking, Life Mother?!"

Hopefully these new Guardians learn themselves quick and prove to the people their abilities before people start a riot.

And she hasn’t even brought out Nigel yet. And since he’s basically a heathen, that’ll be the final straw for the people.

I think this is the one that’s gonna make the crowd start objecting. And it’s only gonna get worse when poor Nigel shows up (who’s not even over the shock of being freaking blinded!)

Well his bird friends should be proud of him.

its fun how these comics always bring out the most analytical parts in us as we analyze each character on their collective whole to make pridictions. im not excluded of course but i just think its great that this comic makes everyone look so deeply into the story and its characters.

YOU VIKTRIA ARE A HELL OF A GOOD STORY TELLER!!!! =D

This looks more and more like it's becoming a crazy D&D group.

I had a feeling something good would happen for Tristan and I was right. I still want to hug him though. He's still so adorable :3

God bless you M'lady.

They can only trust the will of the Tree. Better that than to reason Luna's -apparent- deranged decisions.

Crowd: She's lost her mind!
Me: YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!

Oh, boy, this will be a big shock for everyone in the crowd lol.

It will be interesting to see how the crowd reacts, because while many know him a thief, there are a few that know he is a very kind person.

I literally gasped

Yes! The best boy arrived <3

thosde knights lokking more and more like your everage DnD party

I adore Tristan's pose in panel one! He just seems so uncertain and confused, just take the shove!

well thats a surprise! least he isnt getting beheaded :O

Wow...that was unexpected O.O

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